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Understanding Auditory & Language Processing by Joe Rothstein, MS, CCC-SLP

Joe Rothstein, MS, CCC-SLP explains the differences between Auditory Processing and Language Processing, two terms that are often mistakingly used interchangeably. Joe provides information on understanding symptoms, treatments, and how to provide classroom modifications to help children with auditory and language-based challenges.
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Holiday Toy List for Toddlers

In a follow up to my toy list for infants, here are some toy suggestions for toddlers. The right selection of toys is an important part in supporting a child’s learning and development. Read on to learn which toys can maximize a toddler’s developing skills from their transition from infancy into ages one, two, and three.
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Holiday Toy List for Infants

There are so many great toys out there and it can be overwhelming when trying to pick the best ones that are appropriate for a baby. With the holidays quickly approaching here is a guide for some great buys based on matching an infant’s developmental skills and the most suitable toys to maximize their growth. Happy Shopping!
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Video: How to Teach Handwriting

A fabulous video series by Lauren Stern, OTR/L on tips to teach handwriting to children.
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Benefits of Yoga for Kidz with Special Needs

As the school year begins and parents are deciding which after school activities are best for their child, yoga is a fantastic option. Yoga works on so many underlying skills to promote a child’s physical, behavioral, emotional, and social growth! Most of all, it is fun!
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Adapting Tools & Toys to Improve Fine Motor Skills

Check out some fun ways an OT adapts games, writing tools, and activities to address fine motor skills development
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Part Two: Recipe for an Obstacle Course!

Another obstacle course idea to promote handwriting & strengthening!
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Part One: Recipe for an Obstacle Course!

Along with my good friend and long-time colleague Lauren Stern, OTR/L we have compiled a post about an OT’s best kept secret: a good obstacle course!
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Pencil Picks for Sensory Kids

Picking the right pencil for a child with sensory processing challenges can help to increase concentration and make written tasks easier and more motivating. Check out these suggestions that may suit your child’s writing & sensory needs.
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Favorite OT Things!

Creative collages from children (ok, I made one too) with all the favorite things they do in OT!
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